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CVE-2026-121941

libmt32emu before 2.8.4 Heap Buffer Overflow via MidiStreamParserImpl::parseSysex

CVSS score

8.5

EPSS probability

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Risk score

0.8

Published

3 h ago

Official patch verified

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Vulnerability description

DayBreach AI Explanation

Verified against sources

CVE-2026-121941: libmt32emu Heap Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

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Evidence confidence

%55

Short explanation

CVE-2026-121941 is a heap buffer overflow vulnerability in libmt32emu before version 2.8.4 affecting MidiStreamParserImpl::parseSysex. Attackers can supply oversized unterminated SysEx messages to corrupt heap memory and crash the application.

Why does it matter?

This vulnerability can lead to heap memory corruption and application crashes, compromising software stability and integrity.

What should be done?

  • Update libmt32emu to version 2.8.4 or later
  • Follow vendor advisories and patches
  • Validate incoming MIDI stream inputs
Chain of evidence and sources2 verified claims

libmt32emu 2.8.4 öncesi sürümler MidiStreamParserImpl::parseSysex içinde bir heap tabanlı tampon taşması barındırır.

Saldırganlar 32768 bayttan fazla SysEx verisi göndererek yığın belleğini bozabilir.

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libmt32emu before 2.8.4 contains a heap buffer overflow vulnerability in MidiStreamParserImpl::parseSysex that allows attackers to write past a heap allocation by supplying oversized unterminated SysEx messages. Attackers can feed more than 32768 SysEx data bytes through the mt32emu_parse_stream API via MIDI files, ports, or sequencer clients to corrupt heap memory and crash the application.

CVSS vector: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:P/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N

CWE: CWE-122

This explanation was compiled automatically from the source records. Scores, active exploitation, patch and exploit status come straight from the sources.

IMPACT: Affected Products and Software

Affected Products

The following products are affected by CVE-2026-121941 vulnerability. Where our threat engine knows the exact affected versions, they are listed below.

IDVENDORPRODUCTACTION
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Total affected vendors: 1|Products: 1

RED HAT CSAF/VEX: Product Impact Check

Red Hat has not yet published a CSAF/VEX impact record for this CVE. This does not mean “not affected”.

SCORING: CVSS from Multiple Sources

CVSS Scores

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SCOREVERSIONSEVERITYVECTORSOURCE
8.5CVSS V4_0HIGHCVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:P/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:NCVE CNA
8.5CVSS V40HIGHCVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:P/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:XNVD
7.8CVSS V3_1HIGHCVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HCVE CNA
7.8CVSS V31HIGHCVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HNVD

Patch and Remediation Guide

Solution & Remediation Advisory

Patch verified

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Public exploit and active exploitation status

Verified exploit intelligence

No verified public PoC, exploit repository or Metasploit module has been found for this CVE yet.

Weakness Classification and Attack Patterns (CWE & CAPEC)

CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration

While CVE identifies specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorises the common flaws or weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-121941 is associated with the following CWEs:

Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)

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Attack Vector and Accessibility

ExposureYerel erişim
PermissionsGerekmiyor
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Official Sources and Advisories

CVSS Vector Radar Chart

8.5 / 10
Attack VectorLocalComplexityLowPrivilegesNoneUser Interact.RequiredConfidentialityLowIntegrityNoneAvailabilityHigh

Vulnerability Scoring Details

CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:P/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges RequiredNone required
User InteractionP
Confidentiality (Gizlilik)Low
Integrity (Bütünlük)P
Availability (Erişilebilirlik)High

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CVE-2026-121941 · libmt32emu before 2.8.4 Heap Buffer…